Well that's basically the point. The natives of verset are loyal because their lives are better than those kingdoms that fell. The soldiers were described perfectly. Picture the united states. Its similar people join the military for food and drink. But I'm not making a stab at the united states. I want termoil in the land I don't want it to be peachy and fun. I want it to be dark and terrible. The king is incredibly wealthy which does give him strong allies because greed conquers all. 

I based a lot of this kingdom on Rome. Though I sorta based its military off of the US where people join for all sorts of causes. He has a grand tower because he lost his way and builds beautiful things not nesessary things. I really enjoy the way you described things. Maybe you should turn to a reble instead of a crown supporter. 

I wanted it as of right now, I wanted the lords to fear open war because there wasn't enough support in the rebellion.